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The AAUW of California Special Project Fund Tech Trek Science Camp Program

Since its inception in 1998, our branch has supported Tech Trek, a one-week camp held in July at various university campuses throughout California, to encourage 8th grade girls to sustain their interest in science, math, and technology. The girls are nominated by their science teachers and school administrators based on achievement and aptitude in the areas of science and mathematics. During the week the trekkers receive hands-on experience in various scientific disciplines. To date, 43 girls from Nevada County have participated in the program at Stanford University.

Tech Trek Recipients 2009

left to right, back row; Alexis Lincoln, Christina Walden, Elena Bilheimer, Samantha Beckett. front row; Jessica Wernke, Emily Price, Sydni Smith

MAJOR TECH TREK DONORS
($100 – $200)
Simone Becker
Sandy Davison
Cleo Gibson
Christina Lasich, MD
Teri McConnell
COMMUNITY SPONSORS FOR TECH TREK

($200 – $800)
B & C True Value Home Center
Nevada Irrigation District
John Carolan, MD
Hansen Bros. Enterprises
Litton Engineering Laboratories
Telestream, Inc.

($1000)
Anonymous

2009 Nevada County Trekkers at Stanford University

Ruth Peterson Memorial